It is very important to maintain your batteries correctly so as to ensure a good charge and long life. This is especially true if not using your radio / battery most days.
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES
DO NOT:
Use a battery that is in any way damaged.
Discard of your battery in a fire or apply any direct heating source.
Dismantle or in any way damage your battery.
Carry charged batteries where the batteries contacts may be shorted by metal objects, e.g. in a pocket or bag etc.
YOU MUST:
Follow all Entel instructions with regards battery safety, care & operation.
Prior to charging or use, carefully dry wet batteries using a microfiber or lint free cloth.
Only use Entel chargers.
BATTERY CARE – DAY TO DAY USE / SHORT TERM STORAGE - ON THE RADIO
So as to ensure a good charge & long life, it is very important to maintain your batteries correctly. This is especially true if not using your radio / battery on a regular basis:
You must charge the battery before first use or within 3-months of receipt, whichever is soonest.
Recommended charging temperature is 10C to 40C.
Short term storage temperature range is -20C to +60C. Please note, these are the extremes, see long term storage temperature range below for ideal conditions.
When the battery is charged / stored attached to a radio:
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o For DN radios, re-charge prior to use, or within 7-days, whichever is soonest*
* When not being used on a weekly basis, we strongly recommend storing the battery off the radio (see below).
BATTERY CARE - LONG TERM STORAGE - OFF THE RADIO, LIFE & WARRANTY
Long-term Storage:
You must charge the battery before first use or within 3-months of receipt.
For long term storage, store Store off the radio in a well-ventilated area.
Store batteries within a temperature range of 20°C +/- 5°C & at a humidity of 30% to 60%.
Do not store batteries with flammable materials.
For long term storage you You must charge the battery within 3-months of receipt and then re-charge the battery every 6-months.
Shelf life for a correctly maintained battery is in excess of 24-months, however a batteries capacity will drop over time.
Shelf life for an un-maintained battery is no more than 3-months.
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